The complaint lists a number of issues ranging from small mechanical failures to major power train problems that have rendered the truck inoperable at times. Random loss of the engine, frequent regenerations and excessive burning and consumption of oil are just some of the defects mentioned.

The Ipswich Fire Department has had Engine 5 serviced on many occasions, but Fire Chief Gregory Gagnon said they keep running into the same issues. The truck also has to go to Hopkinton for service, which only adds the time off the roads.

“I don’t believe it will meet the demands of the town for 30 years,” said Gagnon.

NBC Boston reached out to Navistar Inc. and Kovatch Mobile Equipment, both companies listed in the complaint. They had no comment on the pending litigation.

With no response from the companies coming under fire, the department has no choice but fight fires with older trucks at times, knowing they cannot rely on Engine 5.

“I would like a refund,” Crosbie said. “I would like a do over on this and I don’t think we’re going to get that, but what we can do is work toward a settlement where we have an absolutely reliable vehicle.”